Carbon podcasts, July–October 2019

New platinum-gold alloy most wear-resistant in the world

A novel platinum-gold alloy, 100 times more durable than high-strength steel, is believed to be the most wear-resistant metal in the world.

Graphene sheet gives boost to lithium-oxygen batteries

Researchers have developed a special type of porous graphene sheet for use as a cathode in lithium-oxygen batteries.

Solving the liquid helium problem

Making magnesite much faster for CO2 sequestration

Making magnesite much faster for CO2 sequestration.

Recyclable graphite-cellulose composite stronger than steel

researchers have developed an alternative to plastic in the form of a recyclable composite made from graphite and cellulose extracted from wood pulp